Joshua Rivera

It's easy to assume that by merely showing up and doing what's required of you isn't detrimental to those you work with. Writer and entrepreneur Seth Godin has a different theory.

On his blog, Godin notes that while you're not necessarily being negative, you aren't really adding value either—thereby squandering the potential progress that could have been made by someone who would. Don't be afraid to sound stupid, either. Contribute!